Our Story

Social Responsibility

Why People Love ChicoBag®

For over 10 years, we have produced bags for some of the world’s leading businesses, non–profits, television networks
and thousands of independent retailers throughout the world. Here are some of their stories.

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"ChicoBag provides us with an attractive, customized bag that champions the reduction of single-use waste.
In 2012, we diverted 99.8% of our solid waste from landfill, and ChicoBag—as well as the consumers who use and love
them—helped us achieve that goal. We appreciate their premier customer service and love the consumer responses
their product inspires." - Sierra Nevada's Marketing Management

All our customers appreciate the reusable shopping bag that we give them
when they are taking delivery of their new vehicle. They often use it immediately to transfer the accumulated “stuff”
from their old car to their new car. Here at Chico Volkswagen we love to give out our custom blue ChicoBags.

"We wanted to invest in a giveaway that would share our message and reach new audiences. ChicoBag fits the bill perfectly.
These bags are a high quality, attractive giveaway that reminds our audience about us and our commitment to the environment and suitability."
- Laura Palumbo, NSVRC National Sexual Violence Resource Center.

"We tried Chicobag because we were looking for a branded, environmentally-friendly gift to provide to our donors.
We've stuck with ChicoBag because they're easy to work with, and our donors continuously show interest in receiving ChicoBags."
- David B. Chrystal of Rainforest Alliance

"I keep a ChicoBag at home, in my car, in my desk at work... They are so handy to have around. Perfect for
a city girl like me that goes shopping on a whim! I loved my bags so much that I got my company to purchase branded bags.
Excellent (customer service from my rep!)" - Sam

"We chose ChicoBag because it was a functional bag. Before we were using plastic bags or heavy paper.
They both would fall apart and wasn't the keepsake item that ChicoBag is. We like that the customer could keep it,
save the planet and have our logo constantly on their minds." - Sheila Santiago, Society of American Florists

"Cascade has seen an overwhelmingly positive response to our custom ChicoBag products. It
has allowed us to differentiate our promotional items and provide our customers with something that is durable,
unique, and environmentally conscious. It has been great working with ChicoBag and we look forward to spurring
change and decreasing single-use bag habits in our industry." - Kristen Pierson of Cascade Orthopedic Supply, Inc.

"The bags worked out great for our event! ... I overheard lots of people say 'Oh, this is a ChicoBag! This is so nice!'
and 'Wow, they got ChicoBags!' ChicoBag has developed a great reputation and is highly coveted in the reusable bag world.
We chose to use ChicoBag because [the products] are very sturdy, they roll up into their own tiny pouch, and the mini carabiner so is convenient."
- Molly Medeiros, City of San Jose

"We received the bags today. I LOVE THEM, EVERYONE LOVES THEM! There was a Board meeting and I was
able to hand them out to our Trustees–they loved the bags too. Everyone says these are bags they will actually use,
they look so sturdy, large capacity, etc. Extremely well received. Thank you so much. Our Director of Membership
may be in touch to order some for her group." - Nancy

"We used ChicoBags as a thank you gift for our direct mail renewals and saw a 10% increase in average gift. This year
we are offering the Original rePETe ChicoBag. We love the way our logo looks on ChicoBags. The printing is sharp and the
colors are sophisticated. The green aspect of ChicoBags fits well with our members' interests." - Jennifer Halm, Capital Public Radio

"Team - the bags you designed for the Champions Retreat were INCREDIBLE! I have a closet full of ChicoBags and am almost
to the point where I have enough. But one look at that sweet baby blue backpack with water bottle side pockets and I just could not resist.
I saw them all over the place. One of our eldest (and most fashionable) B Lab staff just wouldn't take it off. It was such a hit and
totally elevated our swag beyond the level of a Dreamforce conference. Our ChicoBags were way cooler. Thanks so much for providing
such beautiful bags." - Joceyln Corbett, B Corp

"I chose ChicoBag because you were very helpful and friendly, sent samples, and answered questions.
I had looked at a few other web sites and catalogs, but when I called to inquire, they didn't seem
interested and had higher minimum orders and higher fees. Everything with ChicoBag was very straight
forward. Plus I saw them for sale at a ... fundraiser and liked how the logo looked. Also no one
else offered to print the logo on the pouch," - Sally Waters, Washington Environmental Health Association

"Great product, easy to carry and amazing how many times you need a bag to help carry things. It is not just for
groceries, but makes daily life much easier!" - Matt Meuter, professor, Dept. of Finance & Marketing, CSUC

"This is a wonderful product. In addition to its obvious daily uses, I intend to put one in my household emergency kit."
- John Gliha, Executive Director, Butte College Foundation

"Thank so much . . . . I love my ChicoBags and I have to occasionally order replacements because I keep giving them out
to people who ask me about them when I use them...they are extremely popular, as you know! - Valerie Zavalla

"I'm already a proud Chico Bag owner and I'm coming back for more and buying some for family members as holiday
gifts too! Thank you for a wonderful product." - Rebecca Zamrycki

"I LOVE these bags. Finally a bag that I don't leave in the car when I go shopping. I haven't taken home a plastic grocery bag in months."
- Nora Cregan

"I am always forgetting my burlap bags and they are such a pain to carry around but your bags are perfect. Truly a great product and
great for it's super simplicity." - Dominic Benincasa

"ChicoBags are the perfect way to cut down on the wasteful use of paper and plastic.
What makes them better than many other bags is their compact nature.
Now, there’s no longer any excuse for not having a bag with you!"
- Ed Begley Jr., Actor and Activist

"I have been using your bags for a couple years. My sister, lives in Chico and sent
several bags to me. I use them every day, just hook them to my purse and off I go."
- Angela Monroe, Wilmington, Ohio

" I have used the messenger back to carry my workout weights and clothing
for my after work workout. The bag is the perfect size for this purpose!
Holds my clothes, shoes and weights!"
- Lea-Ann Branch, Burke Soil and Water Conservation

"The small size makes all the difference. I keep one in the car so it's always handy."
- Tao Stadler, Executive Director, Oroville Area Chamber of Commerce

"Great design, functional, practical…I've been a long time user of the ChicoBag and
its benefits far outweigh any cons."
- Valerie Reddemann, president, Greenfeet Natural Home Store and Greenfeet.com